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For its marketing campaign for Googlebooks, Google has brought movie star Henry Cavill on board. But he won't just be putting his face in front of the camera — in November, he plans to build a video game on a Googlebook. There is a website and an Instagram account dedicated to the project, where the latest updates will be posted.

The IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11 has a 1080p touch panel, Intel's Core 7 350 SoC, 16 GB of RAM, and 512 GB of storage. Connectivity is rather restrictive, with the sole USB-C port being limited to just 5 Gbps, but at least there's an SD card reader.

Lenovo has officially revealed the V15 G7 Q7X, a new 15-inch laptop powered by Qualcomm's entry-level Snapdragon C chip. Configurable with up to 16 GB RAM and 512 GB SSD, the laptop will feature a 120Hz IPS touchscreen and plenty of ports, including USB-C, USB-A, and HDMI.

MSI has finally shared more details about its first RTX Spark laptop. Featuring a 20-core processor and up to 128 GB of RAM, the Prestige N16 Flip AI+ will launch in early October. The new 16-inch laptop combines Nvidia's RTX Spark platform with a 99 Wh battery and a Tandem OLED display, too.

Lenovo has confirmed that it will be launching one of its new 14-inch laptops globally. Not only that, but Lenovo have revealed more hardware details about the ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 Q8Y that it missed from its IFA 2026 announcement.

Geekom has started selling the GeekBook M14 in the US after first showing the laptop at CES 2026. The retail version is available with Intel Core Ultra and AMD Ryzen processors, up to 16 GB of RAM, USB4 and a 72 Wh battery.

Acemagic has refreshed its RX16 laptop with an Intel Panther Lake CPU. It runs a Core Ultra X7 358H and comes with a 1 TB SSD, 24 GB of LPDDR5 memory, and Wi-Fi 7.

Framework has announced good news for people looking to buy a Framework Laptop 13 Pro, as the company has managed to source LPCAMM2 RAM and Core Ultra X9 CPUs at lower prices. However, the Framework Laptop 13 and the Framework Laptop 16 have gotten more expensive.

The HP OmniBook 7 comes equipped with a 1080p touch display, an Intel Lunar Lake processor, 16 GB of on-package RAM, and 512 GB of storage. It also has a Thunderbolt 4 port, as well as the option to upgrade to a wireless card with support for the latest wireless standards for an extra $20.

Lenovo has confirmed that one of its new 14-inch laptops will land on October 15. In the meantime, it has confirmed all key hardware specifications, having showcased the IdeaPad Vibe 14 earlier this month at IFA 2026.

Lenovo has detailed a new 15-inch laptop that it will be releasing soon. Confirmed for an October 15 debut in Europe, the IdeaPad Vibe 15 will feature up to a 120 Hz OLED display and 32 GB of RAM, too. Important configuration differences exist between Lenovo's 15AGP12 and 15AKP12 variants, though.

Lenovo has released a new 14-inch laptop in multiple countries before a future global rollout. Available with a new Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset, the IdeaPad Slim 3x 14Q7X11 has reached parts of East Asia and Southeast Asia while boasting over 30 hours of battery life in official tests.

The refreshed Xiaomi WPB1025 has been launched in China, and it's a slightly different variant of the 10,000mAh Qi2.2 magnetic power bank that was recently released in the global market. It maxes out at 20W in wireless mode, but retains 45W fast charging support in wired mode. There are more color options available as well.

The 2025 Lenovo Legion Pro 5i Gen 10 is a powerful notebook targeted towards gamers and creators. The former will enjoy the laptop's RTX 5070 Ti laptop GPU and a Core Ultra 9 275HX, while the latter will apreciate the color-accurate 3K OLED panel. The Legion Pro 5i is now on sale at Best Buy.

The Lenovo Lecoo Bellator 245W laptop charger has been launched in China. It has a built-in cable with a DC 5525 round plug on the end, making it directly compatible with the 7000 series Lecoo-branded gaming laptops and others. The launch price is CNY 249, around $37.

Lenovo's Legion 7a 15 Gen 11 features an AMD Ryzen Al Max+ 388 processor, a vibrant 2560 × 1600 OLED panel, 32 GB of memory, and 1 TB of storage. Extensive connectivity, including two USB 4 ports and Wi-Fi 7 support, completes the package.

Google has confirmed that some newer Chromebooks will be eligible to upgrade to Googlebook OS, the AI-focused successor to ChromeOS. The company has yet to reveal which models will make the cut, but says ChromeOS will receive updates and security support through 2034.

If one is looking for a big office laptop for work, the names EliteBook and ThinkPad should quickly appear on the radar. We tested both the Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 5 and the HP EliteBook 8 G2a 16, and can compare both.

The Wiko Hi MateBook 14 Core Edition 2026 has been launched in China, and this new MacBook Air rival features a 14.2-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, a lightweight chassis, and an Intel Panther Lake CPU. It has a launch price of $1,221.

Vaio has released the Kachi-iro special edition of its T series in Japan. The 13.3-inch Copilot+ PC features a Core Ultra X7 358H processor, Intel Arc B390 graphics, up to 64GB of LPDDR5X memory and a 2.5K touchscreen.

A new Colorful laptop has been showcased at the recent Chinese Intel Connection event, and it's powered by a capable Intel Panther Lake CPU. The system is said to weigh 960g, and the 14-inch OLED display gives it a compact form factor.

Ugreen has launched a new travel charger in China, the X575. It's a 65W power adapter with a three-port configuration, and the standout feature is the rotating plug design, which allows users to switch between US, AU, EU, and UK plugs. The launch price is affordable, and it should go global soon.

Asus is set to launch its new ProArt P16 laptop with the Nvidia RTX Spark N1X on October 8 in China. The 16-inch creator laptop combines a 20-core Grace CPU, Blackwell graphics and up to 128GB of unified memory.

Microsoft has unveiled the Surface Pro 12-inch (2nd edition) 2-in-1 laptop powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Plus CPU for significantly faster local AI and GPU performance. The fanless tablet PC can be ordered with an optional 5G cellular module for Internet access while on the road. Sep 25, 09:31 PM GMT update: Added Notebookcheck's hands-on video.

The Lenovo Xiaoxin 14 SE has been launched in China, and it’s powered by an Intel Wildcat Lake processor. There’s a standard 14-inch display, a thin and light chassis, and non-soldered RAM. The laptop has a relatively affordable launch price, around $834.

Performance or comfort - business laptops like the EliteBook 8 G2a 16 typically choose a lower fan noise and thus comfort, but HP makes a different choice in this case.

The new LG Gram Book AI 2026 has now reached the US. Powered by Intel Wildcat Lake, the new model starts at $799.99 with 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, and Intel Core 5 315. It's still super lightweight at 2.9 lbs and 0.6 inches thin, and is said to last up to 30.5 hours in official tests.

Lenovo has now released a new 15-inch laptop, less than a month after initially unveiling it. Equipped with a built-in number pad, the IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 15IWC11 also boasts over 18 hours of battery life and a choice of modern Intel Wildcat Lake processors.

Microsoft confirms September's KB5124012 and KB5124008 updates broke Always On VPN connections using automatic IKEv2/SSTP protocol fallback. Here's the workaround.

Microsoft has released a new 13-inch laptop. Available globally, the new Surface Laptop 13-inch is physically smaller than the standard Surface Laptop 8, but still contains a 500-nit display, up to 24 GB of RAM, a Snapdragon X2 chipset and user-upgradeable M.2 storage.

Another haptic gaming mouse is already looming after Logitech announced the Pro X3 Superstrike. In stock on October 6th, it packs a beefier battery for up to 135 hours of playtime. The esports gear's design is largely unchanged, but the Hero 2 sensor offers slight improvements in tracking accuracy.

HP is now selling a new 14-inch laptop in the US for less than previously expected. Now starting at $1,199, the HP Googlebook 14 contains a 70 Wh battery, a 1,100-nit OLED display and up to 32 GB of RAM.

Update: Lenovo's new 15-inch laptop is even cheaper when purchased from Best Buy. Lenovo has started selling a new 15-inch laptop internationally. Boasting a 1,100-nit OLED display, the Googlebook 15 also ships with a 70 Wh battery and an Intel Panther Lake processor. Lenovo's first Googlebook is also markedly cheaper than expected.

Acer has finally started selling its answer to the MacBook Neo in the US. Weighing in at under 1.2 kg, the Swift Air 14 combines a 120 Hz display with an aluminium build and a comparatively large battery for its size.

According to a new report, Microsoft is set to release another smaller Surface Laptop soon. Built around Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 platform, the new 13-inch laptop follows a release from earlier this year that brought 24 GB RAM and a 500-nit display to the Surface Laptop 13-inch as well.

A new report has elaborated on recent rumours about Microsoft releasing a smaller Surface powered by Nvidia's RTX Spark platform. Launching with two processor configurations, the Surface 'Minos' is said to combine a 12-inch display with up to 48 GB of RAM, too.

Windows 11 KB5124010 adds Copilot key remapping, Emoji 17.0, and File Explorer fixes, but brings two major bugs. Here is what is new and how to fix all the errors.

The Lenovo Lecoo GT 16 has been released in China, and it's a slightly more affordable version of the LOQ Essential 15IRH11, which is already available in the global market. However, the Lecoo-branded gaming laptop has a 16-inch display, and it comes with DDR4 RAM.

Durabook’s latest rugged mobile workstation features three integrated 14-inch displays and weighs nearly 10 kg. The Z14I-DX3 combines Meteor Lake processors with optional Nvidia RTX Ada graphics and a chassis designed for demanding field environments.

Acer CEO Jason Chen disputes memory makers’ warnings of a RAM shortage lasting until 2030, arguing that suppliers are exaggerating constraints to protect AI-driven profit margins. He expects PC prices to rise through late 2026, stabilize in early 2027, and decline after midyear as new production capacity, particularly from China’s CXMT, enters the market.

Russian technology company Yadro has launched the Kvadra NAU LP14, a lightweight Russian business ultrabook with a 14-inch Full HD+ display, Intel Core Ultra processors and up to 40GB of DDR5 memory. The laptop weighs up to 1.1 or 1.3 kg, depending on the battery configuration, and can offer up to 12 hours of battery life with the optional larger battery.